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CICIG
International Commission
Against Impunity in Guatemala

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INVESTIGATOR P4

Terms of Reference

TITLE: INVESTIGATOR
LEVEL: P4 ORGANIZATIONAL
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: INVESTIGATION
DURATION: One year with 3 months initial trial period
START DATE: Flexible

These terms of reference apply for all of CICIG’s Investigative Units: Human Rights; Transnational Organized Crime; Financial Crimes; and Forensic Sciences.

Major Responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the Investigator/Analyst will be responsible for supervising investigations/analyses, as assigned to him/her, generally as a team leader within his/her Investigation Unit. The Investigator will report to a Senior Investigator/Head of Unit.

Main Functions:
• Coordinate the preparation of the intelligence plan and the investigation plan prior to the start of an investigation and supervise specialized investigations in cases, as assigned by the Senior Investigator/Head of Unit or Chief of Investigations.
• Prioritize, plan and coordinate a team's investigations; assign work and ensure that the investigation is carried out within the operating procedures of CICIG and the applicable Guatemalan laws.
• Ensure that the team is equipped, safeguarded, and supported in their work; evaluate performance, and handle personnel matters within team.
• Collect, develop and exploit leads; ensure that all potential or relevant evidence is gathered and secured, and that all necessary evidence chains are established and maintained.
• Examine evidence and review evidence briefs prepared by team member or legal advisor.
• Ensure that witnesses and documentation are properly protected; oversee maintenance of witness protection measures.
• Direct follow-up on inquiries from the Legal Unit.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary case investigations together with other Investigative Units, as directed by the Senior Investigator/Head of Unit.
• Produce analysis report, as required.
• Supervise the quality control of the data management processes for his/her investigations.
• Coordinate with local justice sector officials and outside organizations to resolve problems and to facilitate work of the team.
• Identify institutional strengthening needs in counterpart national institutions.
• Attend arrest of targets.
• Participate as witness in court proceedings, as required.

Qualifications

Education
An advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in law, policing science, intelligence, criminology, social sciences, economics or other pertinent field, according to the specific Unit for which candidate applies. A basic university degree, plus extensive work experience will be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.

Work Experience
A minimum of seven years experience (with a Masters degree) or nine years (without a Masters degree), preferably in law enforcement, police or other entities in the acquisition and handling of intelligence and evidence and working in cooperation with prosecution, police, and/or intelligence agencies. Should have extensive record of successfully conducting, completing or assisting complicated or protracted criminal investigations.

Languages
Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and working ability in English (reading and writing) is required. Preference may be given to those who also have a working knowledge of a Mayan language.

Competencies:
• Professionalism: Knowledge of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to criminal investigation in his/her respective specialty. Knowledge of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the Internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to identify and analyze problems/issues and participate in their resolution. Proven ability to gather evidence and interview suspects and witnesses. Ability to interact and liaise with police, prosecutors, intelligence related agencies. Excellent ability to organize complex and voluminous sets of records and facts. Ability to work under strict deadlines and under stressful conditions. Ability to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Discrete and respectful of security procedures.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Ability to prepare and present reports in a comprehensive manner.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Able to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
• Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology

Senior Investigator P-5

Terms of Reference

TITLE: Senior Investigator
LEVEL: P-5
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Investigative Unit
DURATION: One year with 3 months initial trial period
START DATE: Flexible

MAIN RESPONSIBILITY:

The Senior Investigator is responsible for overseeing the work of the Investigators/Analysts within the Investigative Unit, as well as coordinating and directing case investigations within the authority delegated by the Chief of Investigations.

The Senior Investigator responds directly to the Chief of Investigations.

SUMMARY OF KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the Chief of Investigations in the conceptualization, organization and execution of the work of his/her specific Investigative Unit.
• Formulate overall strategies, policies and plans of his/her specific Investigative Unit prior to the start of an investigation.
• Advise and liaise with the Chief of Investigations on the investigations of his/her specific Investigative Unit.
• Ensure that the investigation is carried out within the operating procedures of the CICIG and the applicable Guatemalan Law; regularly liaise with the Chief Legal Advisor and the Senior Legal Officer regarding proposed or ongoing investigations and the legal boundaries established by CICIG procedures and Guatemalan law.
• Organize, prioritize and oversee the workload of his/her specific Investigative Unit and provide general coordination of assignments within the specific Unit.
• Liaise with local investigation offices, carrying-out joint investigations where appropriate.
• Indentify and conduct analyses on institutional strengthening needs in counterpart national institutions.
• Visit the scene of Incidents and examine evidence that would assist in the investigations process.
• Attend arrests of targets.
• Participate as witness in court proceedings, as required.
• Ensure that witnesses and documentation are properly protected; oversee maintenance of witness protection measures.
• Ensure that the Investigative team is equipped, safeguarded and supported in their work.
• Other actions, as requested by the Chief of Investigations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education
• Advanced university degree, preferred at a doctorate level, in law, policing science, intelligence, criminology, social sciences, economics or other pertinent field according to the specific Unit for which candidate applies.

Experience
• Minimum ten (10) years experience in law enforcement, police or other entities in the acquisition and handling of evidence and working in cooperation with prosecution, police, and/or intelligence agencies. Proven track record of successfully conducting and completing complicated protracted criminal investigations.

Language
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and working ability in English (reading and writing) is required.

Competences and additional skills
• Professionalism: Knowledge of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to criminal investigations in his/her respective specialty. Knowledge of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the Internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to identify and analyze problems/issues and participate in their resolution. Proven ability to gather evidence and interview suspects and witnesses. Ability to interact and liaise with police, prosecutors, intelligence related agencies. Excellent ability to organize complex and voluminous sets of records and facts. Ability to work under strict deadlines and under stressful conditions. Ability to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Incorporates gender perspectives and respects the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Discrete and respectful of security procedures.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets message from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Ability to prepare and present reports in a comprehensive manner.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing the ideas and expertise of others; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Able to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unity, where applicable.
• Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks.

Legal Officer P-4

Terms of Reference

TITLE: Legal Officer
LEVEL: P-4
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Legal Unit
DURATION: One year with 3 months initial trial period
START DATE: Flexible

MAIN RESPONSIBILITY:

Within delegated authority, the P-4 Legal Officer is responsible for developing and implementing prosecutorial strategies, and conducting case investigations and legal analyses as assigned to him/her. The P-4 Legal Officer may also be asked to direct and supervise other Legal Officers in the preparation of thematic reports.

The P-4 Legal Officer responds directly to the Senior Legal Officer.

SUMMARY OF KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Advise and liaise with the Senior Legal Officer on all legal positions related to prosecution work, including development of the prosecution strategy, preparation of indictments, pre-trial planning and development of legal procedures.
• Develop legal strategies and formulate plans for criminal actions arising from CICIG’s investigations.
• Coordinate, plan and supervise a team of Legal Officers in their legal research and analysis, preparation of legal opinions, studies, briefs and reports, and the preparation of thematic reports on general issues related to the mandate and other documents that may be requested by the Commissioner.
• Organize and prioritize the workload of a team of Legal Officers and provide general coordination of assignments within the legal teams.
• Supervise prosecution of information that could lead to requests for administrative or criminal action against justice sector officials who contribute to impunity.
• Conduct analyses of and formulate proposals for legislative and other reforms. Produce analyses reports and proposals of the same.
• Develop capacity building initiatives for national justice sector institutions.
• Provide follow-up inquiries to the Investigative Unit.
• Participate in court proceedings, as required.
• Other actions, as requested by the Senior Legal Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education
• Advanced university degree in law, with a specialization in criminal law, international criminal law and/or international human rights.

Experience
• Minimum seven (7) years of progressively responsible and practical experience in criminal law, with a strong record of successfully conducting, completing or assisting complicated criminal prosecutions at the national and/or international level.
• Knowledge of Guatemala criminal justice system, comparative law, and pertinent international conventions is desirable.

Language Requirements
• Fluency in Spanish; working ability in English (reading and writing) is required. Preference may be given to those who also have a working knowledge of a Mayan language.

Competences and additional skills
• Professionalism: Knowledge of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to criminal prosecution and legislative and judicial reform. Knowledge of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to identify and analyze problems/issues and participate in their resolution. Ability to interact and liaise with investigators, police, and other legal professionals. Ability to work under strict deadlines and under stressful conditions. Ability to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Incorporates gender perspectives and respects the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Discrete and respectful of security procedures.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets message from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Ability to prepare and present reports in a comprehensive manner.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing the ideas and expertise of others; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Able to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unity, where applicable.
• Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks.

Senior Legal Officer P-5

Terms of Reference

TITLE: Senior Legal Officer
LEVEL: P-5 ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Legal Unit
DURATION: One year with 3 months initial trial period START DATE: Flexible

MAIN RESPONSIBILITY:

Within the authority delegated by the Chief Legal Advisor, the Senior Legal Officer is responsible for overseeing the Legal Unit, including directing case investigation and preparing cases, in the form of an entire prosecution and litigation strategy, for presentment to the Public Prosecutor for criminal prosecution. The Senior Legal Officer shall coordinate with the Senior Investigators of the four investigative units to assure the effective implementation of the investigative strategies and plans.

The Senior Legal Officer responds directly to the Chief Legal Adviser.

SUMMARY OF KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Advise and liaise with the Chief Legal Officer on all legal positions related to prosecutions and investigations.
• Direct and supervise the development of the prosecutorial strategy, preparation of indictments, pre-trial planning and development of legal procedures.
• Oversees the work of the Legal Unit in its preparation of proposals for legislative and other reforms.
• Supervise the development of legal strategies and concrete plans for criminal actions arising from CICIG’s investigations.
• Oversee and provide advice on the documentation of information that could lead to requests for administrative or criminal action against justice sector officials who contribute to impunity.
• Direct and supervise the development of capacity building initiatives for national justice sector institutions.
• Coordinate with the Senior Investigators of the Investigative Unit in the creation of investigative strategies and plans, and provide legal advice to the Investigative Unit to maintain compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Conduct additional inquiries and actions, as requested by the Chief Legal Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education
• Advanced legal degree, preferred at a doctorate level, with a specialization in criminal law, international criminal law and/or international human rights.

Experience
• Minimum ten (10) years of progressively practical experience in criminal law, with a strong record of successfully conducting and completing complicated criminal prosecutions at the national and/or international level.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Guatemala criminal justice system, comparative law, and pertinent international conventions required.

Language Requirements
• Fluency in Spanish and working ability in English (reading and writing) is required. Preference may be given to those who also have a working knowledge of a Mayan language.

Competences and additional skills
• Professionalism: Knowledge of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to criminal prosecution and legislative and judicial reform. Knowledge of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to identify and analyze problems/issues and participate in their resolution. Ability to interact and liaise with investigators, police, and other legal professionals. Ability to work under strict deadlines and under stressful conditions. Ability to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Incorporates gender perspectives and respects the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Discrete and respectful of security procedures.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets message from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Ability to prepare and present reports in a comprehensive manner.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing the ideas and expertise of others; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Able to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unity, where applicable.
• Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks.

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